Trenton mayoral candidate Jackson wins support from two New Jersey legislators

TRENTON — Two local legislators are weighing in on the Trenton mayor’s race and throwing their support behind Eric Jackson.

Sen. Shirley Turner (D-Mercer) and Assemblywoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-Mercer) announced their endorsements Wednesday, adding that they pledge to work with Jackson to improve the quality of life for residents across Trenton.

“In Eric Jackson, Trenton has a leader who will work with us to reduce crime, create jobs, improve schools and restore ethics and integrity to City Hall,” Turner said in a press release.

“I am proud to call Eric Jackson my friend and on July 1st, will be proud to call him mayor.”

Watson Coleman said in a press release she will partner with Jackson if he is elected to ensure that Trenton gets the support it needs.

“From the start of his campaign, Eric Jackson has made it clear that local government must work hand in hand with state officials to move Trenton forward,” Watson Coleman said.

Watson Coleman had previously endorsed Walker Worthy, who finished third in the May 13 municipal election, missing his shot for a chance to compete in the June 10 runoff. Worthy had previously worked for Watson Coleman and he garnered support from many county officials.

Jackson thanked the duo, saying he is proud to have their support.

“As I have said many times, we need an all-hands-on-deck approach to moving our city forward and the commitment these state leaders have expressed today will go a long way towards achieving that goal,” Jackson said in a press release.

Jackson will face off against Paul Perez in the runoff election set for June 10. The winner would be sworn into office on July 1.